iRocker set out to create a board that would be inaccessible to more people because of the lower price point, but in the process, released an excellent board at an incredible price (for what you get) and even made some friends along the way.
However, we don't envy them because it's getting more and more difficult to find ways to make inflatable paddle boards better. There are only so many features that you can add until you've reached the limit.
The 2021 iRocker Sport is designed to be a force to be reckoned with on the water. It's thin, it's sleek, and has a number of features designed to keep you at your peak. We love these kinds of boards because when we first started using inflatable paddle boards years ago, these were nothing more than glorified toys.
In general, iRocker is a master of all-around boards. Even their boards that have more specialized use are really useful in most if not all water conditions and types of activities. Of course, the 2021 iRocker 10’All Around is specifically made for just about any type of activity.
If you know anything about who we are, you know that we get our hands on a lot of paddleboards. And in all that time, we have never been disappointed by what this brand has to offer. Not only do they have good quality construction and materials, but the thought that goes into their products is something that's very rare to find in any industry, let alone this one.
If you read our other reviews, you know that we're a big fan of anything iRocker produces. This is because this company takes great pride in the product that they produce as well as maintains a strong relationship with the people that end up using them.
One of the biggest names in the game since the beginning is iRocker which eventually went on to form their Blackfin line of paddleboards. If you’re unfamiliar with Blackfin, you could think of it as the Lexus to a Toyota or the Acura to a Honda. You can count on the same dependability of the manufacturing and design but just about every feature is premium compared to its iRocker or counterparts.
If you’re familiar with the iRocker brand, you may know that the blackfin lineup is their premium version of many of the boards they normally offer— comparable to the relationship between Lexus and Toyota. But when it comes to the iRocker Blackfin V is really in a class of its own.
The most comparable iRocker model to this would be the sport, though it comes in at a full foot and a half shorter than the model V Anna little bit thinner. Still, these are both boards in the same general shape and for the same general purpose: speed. But what we see in the Model V is something that’s much more geared towards a serious paddleboarder that wants serious performance.
Out of the box you have everything you need to get going. This includes a backpack, dual-action hand pump, fiber glass ultralight adjustable paddle, 3 fins flip lock fins and a Nautical ankle leash with a key pocket. If you’re used to other iRocker boards, you’ll notice that they’re all a step below what are offered with the other models. !
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iROCKER SPORT 11' X 31" 2022
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Absolutely. iROCKER SUP is an international company with online stores and local support in a number of locations around the world. To buy a NAUTICAL, iROCKER or BLACKFIN SUP board, just click here and you’ll be redirected to the nearest online store for your region.
iROCKER SUP makes some of the most durable inflatable paddle boards on the market today. All of their boards feature a high-quality drop-stitch core, multiple layers of bombproof PVC, and top-shelf hardware. Also, every iROCKER and BLACKFIN SUP board is covered by a rock-solid 2-year warranty (NAUTICAL boards carry a 1-year warranty) that covers you in the event of a manufacturing defect and you’ll also have 60 days to check the board out risk-free. If well-cared for, your iROCKER paddle board should last for many years.
Deflating your iROCKER inflatable SUP is quick and easy. Simply unscrew the valve cover, press down the valve stem until you hear a gush of air escaping, and then turn it 1/4 turn to the left. That will lock the stem in the open position and allow the air in your board to be released. Once most of the air is out, you can roll the board from the nose to push out any remaining air, before pushing the inflation pin down, rotating 1/4 turn to the right, and screwing the valve cover back on.
We like to fold the board from the tail as it allows you to work around the fin boxes. Simply fold the tail over so the fin boxes are facing up, then fold the center fin back over the side fins, and finish folding to the nose.
Performing an iSUP repair is typically an easy DIY job and we recommend Clifton Urethane Adhesive.
BLACKFIN SUP is the company’s premium inflatable paddle board range and it offers paddlers additional features and an improved SUP accessory bundle. The NAUTICAL line was added in 2020 as an entry-level range for beginners and cost-conscious paddlers who wanted a quality board on a budget.
All iROCKER and BLACKFIN iSUPs weigh between 24 and 27 pounds.
When the time comes to store your board away for the wintertime, just pack it up and stash it away in a closet, under your bed, or in your garage. Also, make sure that the board is completely dry before packing it up for long-term storage.
